End of World War I Peace And League of Nations Explained
A 1920 overview notes the Versailles Peace Treaty ratifications on January 10 1920 ending the Great War except for the United States. It describes the League of Nations as an established body, Germany and its allies barred pending proof of peace, and the United States unlikely to ratify before political issues subside. It highlights the covenant including the international labor organization and calls for domestic peace and cooperation to sustain lasting stability.
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Germany
United States
Scapa Flow
League of Nations
Senate
League
New
International Labor Organization
Paris
A Call to Unity After the Great War
A sober wartime meditation urges nations to turn from old battles and embrace a new peace. It calls for leaders of principle, civic patience, and a cooperative spirit between capital and labor to redeem sacrifice and build a nobler future for all citizens.
Bromo Quinine Tablets Advertised by E. W. Grove
An old advertisement touts Bromo Quinine tablets with the claim to prevent influenza colds and grip. It notes only one product exists, with E. W. Grove's signature on the box and a price of 30 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Bayer
Canada
Winter Courses For Farmers' Sons Popular
The Regina College winter course for sons of Saskatchewan farmers is more popular than ever with 65 registrations in the first week. The appeal of this program exceeds previous years, drawing eager applicants seeking its guidance and instruction.
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Regina College For Sons of Saskatchewan Farmers
British Columbia Lumber Sees Influx From U S Buyers
Washington and Oregon mills run near capacity prompting eastern buyers to turn to Canada. A H Purcell of New York, a timber broker, has been in Vancouver for weeks and is said to have placed or about to place several large orders. Wicks and Hicks exchange quip in Boston Transcript.
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Washington
Oregon Mills
Canada
A. H. Purcell
New York
Vancouver
Which Has the Harder Life Coffee or Tea
A playful quip compares fortunes of coffee and tea noting coffee can settle while tea must be drawn into action reflecting a witty tea versus coffee sentiment.
Run Down Health Aids Backed by Pink Pills Claim
The article describes run down health as a non disease caused by deficient blood and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a tonic. A Toronto conductor William Devine shares his recovery story after years of weakness and weight loss. The pills are sold for 50 cents a box or six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Williams
William Devine
Gerard Street East
Toronto
Toronto Street Railway
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Memory of Fresh Air Shifts in Louisville Theater
A Louisville Courier Journal exchange reflects on audience habits and the dwindling urge to rush out during performances. The quoted men discuss whether the literal fresh air outside is still a draw, implying changing attitudes toward theatergoing.
Ethel and Papa Discuss Lighting the Gas
A short Pearson's Weekly excerpt shows Ethel and her father in the next room debating striking a match to light the gas. The dialogue captures domestic daily life and cautious wording about lighting a flame.
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Papa
Ethel
Pearson’s Weekly
Putnam's Corn Extractor Ad Urges Quick Relief
An old advertisement claims Putnam's Corn Extractor relieves painful corns instantly and cures all corn types. It urges buyers to insist on the genuine Extractor, priced at 25 cents, available at all dealers.
Elephants as Timber Work Drivers in River Jams
The text describes elephants as skilled timber workers in rivers, using a special elephant language to coordinate tasks such as pushing, rolling, and pulling logs. Mahouts guide them in water up to the waist, and the animals swim between banks when jams threaten, trumpeting to move to safety.
Earth's Hot Water From Western Springs Promises Heat
The Christian Science Monitor notes hot springs across the western states from Yosemite to Yellowstone and Nevada's Comstock mines. It observes boiling water features and underground heat used to warm some farmhouses, suggesting engineering could extend this heat to towns.
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America
Yosemite
Nevada
Yellowstone Park
Wyoming
Comstock
Virginia City
Christian Science Monitor
Minard’s Liniment Cures Diphtheria and War Prisoners On Farms
German prisoners of war repatriated from agricultural work in Britain after 1917. In 1919 over 30 000 were employed in January and about 25 000 remained when repatriation began in September. Farmers initially resisted but grew to value their help with land drainage river work and harvest efforts amid manpower shortages.
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County War Agricultural Committees
Good things may be cheap but cheap items seldom good
A concise proverb notes that low price often correlates with lower value, warning buyers to scrutinize quality over cost. It emphasizes caution in selecting bargains to avoid disappointment.
Sloan's Liniment Proclaimed for Rheumatism Relief
Advert says Sloan's Liniment helps rheumatic aches stiffness and muscle soreness for men and women. Claims quick soothing relief with economical prices 35c 70c and 140. Made in Canada and sold by druggists without delay.
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Sloan
Canada
Bolshevik Control Sparks Debate On Servile State
The Westminster Gazette notes Bolshevism imposes a rigid, ruthless code on industry and government, forbidding strikes, setting minimum outputs, dictating hours, and enforcing compulsory military service organized along lines of labor. The Toronto Globe cites these as a form of state power beyond any other in the world.
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Bolshevism
Westminster Gazette
Russia
Great Britain
The
Toronto Globe
Summer Girl Chides Mountain Scenery Lacking Male Presence
A humorous note suggests Ashe dislikes mountain views unless a man accompanies the scenery. The quip frames the setting as a social joke reflecting expectations of companionship during travel.
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Ashe
Women aim to snub critics by foolish acts
The remark notes that many women engage in foolish acts to spite those who disapprove. It reflects social judgment and gendered behavior in public life and personal choices.
Canadian Army Back in Civil Life
After armistice 272 537 officers and men returned from overseas and 63 600 before armistice, totaling 338 000 ex servicemen entering civilian occupations. Of these 338 000, 44 278 applied to Soldier Settlement Board for land via the act. 33 496 approved. Board offices in western provinces handle inquiries as spring land openings approach. A note ends with Morocco etiquette on mentioning women.
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Canada
Canadian Expeditionary Force
Army
Soldier Settlement Board
Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills Backed Against Influenza
Advertises Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills as a remedy after effects of Spanish influenza. Cites Mrs. C. C. Palmer of Keppel Saskatchewan praising recovery and urges purchase for heart and nerve fortification. Price 50 cents a box, mail order from The T Milburn Co. Limited Toronto Ontario.
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Canada
Milburn
C. C. Palmer
Keppel, Sask
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Statistics of Jutland casualties released by Surgeon Rear Admiral
Sir Robert Hill provides first official casualty figures from the Jutland battle. He records 6014 killed and 674 wounded, with Grand Fleet strength at 60 000 giving about 11 percent casualties and 10 percent killed. He notes the high death toll reflects naval combat destruction. The Lion suffered 95 dead and 51 wounded despite not sinking, illustrating the brutal firepower involved.
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Robert Hill
Jutland
Grand Fleet
Calgary Building Permits Total Reach Over Two Million
Calgary Alberta issued building permits totaling 2,211,110 in 1919, up from 1,196,800 in 1918. The three year trend shows annual values roughly doubling each year, indicating rapid activity in construction and development.
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Calgary
Alberta
Statue of Liberty surpasses Rhodes Colossus in size
The old Colossus of Rhodes stood about 120 feet tall, but the new Japanese statue will dwarf it as a reclining figure 240 feet long. It will be larger than Burma’s Buddah at Pegu, which reaches 182 feet.
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Rhodes
New York Harbor
Pegu
Burma
The Wise Woman Rules Her Husband by Letting Him Think He Is It
A witty maxim suggests a wife maintains control by allowing her husband to believe he leads while she subtly guides. It frames the dynamic as playful power within marriage with a noted balance of influence.
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